Several airport therapy dog programs are going to be temporarily suspended due to Covid-19. The novel coronavirus has infected more than 100,000 people around the globe, killing more than 4,000. But it’s not just humans impacted by the spread of the pandemic.

Many animals in Wuhan, the Chinese city that is the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak, have died or are at risk of dying after residents evacuated their homes in the wake of thelockdown, animal advocates have said.

Airports are known to be a busy place of the hustle and bustle. Tight deadlines, enclosed spaces, and the crowds can cause travel anxiety. Therefore, airport therapy dogs are known to help travelers ease their nerves and stress.

As a result, flying becomes a little less ruff with the warm smiles and hugs they bring to nervous travelers. Due to COVID-19, we have to say goodbye to our furry friends temporarily.